
Introduction of the Program:
The Bachelor’s of Science (BS) in Computer Science program at the Information Technology University of the Punjab (ITU) aims to impart a research-oriented and design-centered education producing individuals that would transform the IT industry of Pakistan. Our curriculum is intelligently tailored to meet the knowledge and skills gap in the industry. In addition, courses are taught by renowned faculty with diverse national and international experiences. Research at ITU’s multiple research centers is rigorous and is undertaken in active collaboration with foreign and local partners. By becoming involved with a diverse array of research projects, our students add to their classroom knowledge and, gain hands-on, practical work experience to sharpen their skills. Ultimately, the combination of our well-designed curriculum, highly experienced and foreign qualified faculty, and opportunities to hone skills through practical research experience means that our students graduate as highly skilled professionals ready for a competitive job market.
The Department of Computer Science at Information Technology University has been awarded the highest-rated “W” category by the National Computing Education and Accreditation Council (NCEAC).
- Eligibility Criteria
- Fee Structure
- Program Structure
Applicants who have completed their F.Sc., ICS, A’ Levels, High School Diploma, International Baccalaureate or equivalent, or will do so by August/September.
- Scored 60% marks or above in Matriculation or equivalent examination
AND - Scored 60% marks or above in Intermediate or equivalent examination*
Details*
- Successfully cleared 3 subjects in A-Levels – either Mathematics, Physics or Computer Studies is mandatory
- A GPA of at least B in American High School Diploma
- Scored at least 28 out of 45 points in International Baccalaureate Diploma Program
General Notes
Note: Per HEC rules, candidates who have completed 12 years of education and obtained degrees other than Matriculation (SSC) or Intermediate (HSSC) may be required to obtain an equivalence certificate from the Inter Board Committee of Chairman (IBCC), Islamabad.
AS Level and General Studies are not accepted
2% deduction from Academic Marks for each late session for up to 5 late sessions.
Program Duration | 8 semesters (4 years) |
Tuition Fee per Credit Hour | Rs. 5,500 |
Total No. of Credit Hours | 124 – 136 |
Minimum Course Load (15 credit hours) | Rs. 82,500 |
University Charges Per Semester | Rs. 24,000 |
Note: If the fee exceeds Rs. 200,000 per annum, 5% Income Tax will be added u/s 236I of the Income Tax Ordinance, 2001.
Information Technology University is home to some of the most venerated academic programs in the world, having established the fields of technology, the first technology research oriented university in Pakistan.
Structure – Roadmap:
BSCS Curriculum ITU | |
BSCS | |
Year 1 | |
Fall Semester | Spring Semester |
English Composition and Comprehension | Communication Skills |
Calculus and Analytical Geometry | Differential Equations |
Pakistan Studies | Basic Electronics |
Computing Fundamentals and Programming | Object Oriented Programming |
Computer Science Soup | Islamic Studies |
Year 2 | |
Fall Semester | Spring Semester |
University Elective I | University Elective II |
Linear Algebra | Multivariate Calculus |
Digital Logic Design | Computer Architecture & Assembly Language |
Data Structures and Algorithms | Design and Analysis of Algorithms |
Discrete Structures | Databases Systems |
Year 3 | |
Fall Semester | Spring Semester |
Probability & Statistics | Computing General Education |
Computer Science Elective I | Computer Science Elective III |
Artificial Intelligence | Computer Science Elective IV |
Operating Systems | Theory of Automata |
Computer Science Elective II | Data Communication and Computer Networks |
– | Parallel and Distributed Computing |
Year 4 | |
Fall Semester | Spring Semester |
Technical & Business Writing | University Elective III |
Numerical Computing | *University Elective IV |
Software Engineering | Computer Science Elective VI (Human Computer Interaction) |
Compiler Construction | Information Security |
Computer Science Elective V | Final Year Project II |
Final Year Project I | – |
*The University Elective IV is inclusive of Social Service that has one credit.